President -elect Matt Villella chaired the meeting and also handled the AV:
The sizeable crowd in person and online sang O Canada.
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Land Acknowledgement- Rod Morrison: a thoughtful overview on not what is this, this but why is this important?
President's Reflection and Toast: Matt Villella: making an impact every single day
Guest Speaker: introduced by Matt Villella and thanked by David Legge
Magnus Theatre- Artistic Director Magnus Theatre Thom Currie.
Thom's energy and creativity were fully evident in his description of the only professional theatre between Toronto and Winnipeg, that has made a huge impact on the cultural life of the city.
There have been many Rotarians past and present involved in supporting this live theatre. Now , Thom and company are working on the Next Stage Campaign including renovations, the 125 seat studio addition and innovative programming with a goal reach all and be inclusive. Thom chose to come to this community, an "island culture" and has thoroughly enjoyed the challenge.
The club warmly thanks Thom for his important leadership at Magnus, (once dubbed the "House of Crudo").
The sizeable crowd in person and online sang O Canada.
:
Land Acknowledgement- Rod Morrison: a thoughtful overview on not what is this, this but why is this important?
President's Reflection and Toast: Matt Villella: making an impact every single day
Guest Speaker: introduced by Matt Villella and thanked by David Legge
Magnus Theatre- Artistic Director Magnus Theatre Thom Currie.
Thom's energy and creativity were fully evident in his description of the only professional theatre between Toronto and Winnipeg, that has made a huge impact on the cultural life of the city.
There have been many Rotarians past and present involved in supporting this live theatre. Now , Thom and company are working on the Next Stage Campaign including renovations, the 125 seat studio addition and innovative programming with a goal reach all and be inclusive. Thom chose to come to this community, an "island culture" and has thoroughly enjoyed the challenge.
The club warmly thanks Thom for his important leadership at Magnus, (once dubbed the "House of Crudo").
David Legge announced a special fellowship production for members and guests: Magnus production Liars at a Funeral: May 17th. Special pricing $25. Contact David or Shelley Crawford. WE did this with Man of La Mancha with great success in the past.
Brenda Winter: Paul Harris Fellowship pins, certifcates and acknowledgments for great Foundation support : 7 new and 4 elevated recipients (see pics). The club now has 52 members; 42 Paul Harris Fellows (28 multiples)
Club Updates
- Gala Update – Albert, Amy and Brent: outstanding support from many. Current attendees at 185. Additional guests most welcome. Donations also very welcome. The proceeds go to the club Centennial major project the new TB Art Gallery, with a room supporting our meetings for 10 years.
- DDI - Dave Silliman: next service opportunity April 25
- Rotary Radio Day Update (Matt): An excellent final tally (733 ads, with valuable financial return for our work). Hector Dougall and Matt V have been outstanding leads, with top sellers Bill Everitt, Shelley Crawford and Warren Philp! Next years goal higher
- Happy Dollars: Mark Tilbury in great form
April 20 Gala, Delta Hotel...see our website
April 23 Thunder Bay Multicultural Association and Local Immigration
May 14- Shelter Box
May 28- By Laws by Secretary Matt/ Brainstorming with President-Elect Matt
June 1 Waterfront Trail clean up & planting (with LRCA)